Angels was set in the fictional Heath Green Hospital and followed the lives of the nurses who worked there. The first episode introduced viewers to a group of trainee nurses, led by the strict but caring head nurse, Sister Easby.
Over the years, the show tackled sensitive medical issues such as drug addiction, sexual assault, and mental health. It also featured romantic storylines and workplace drama among the nurses and doctors.
The main characters on Angels included the ambitious and dedicated staff nurse, Sandra Ling, the sweet and compassionate student nurse, Shirley Brent, and the flirtatious and charming Dr. Geoffrey Brent.
The show was praised for its accurate portrayal of hospital life and was filmed on location at Kings College Hospital in London. It also launched the careers of many actors, including Julie Dawn Cole and Lesley Dunlop.
Angels ran for 8 seasons, airing over 200 episodes before it ended on 1983. The show remains a beloved classic and is remembered as a pioneer in the medical soap genre.
